Stuart Skinner, the young goaltender for the Edmonton Oilers, has found himself in the spotlight during the Western Conference finals, currently holding a 2-1 series lead against the Dallas Stars. After a remarkable performance resulting in a 6-1 victory, Skinner's play has been crucial, especially after a shaky start to the playoffs where he lost the starting position to Calvin Pickard. With 33 saves in Game 3, he evened his playoff record, showcasing remarkable resilience.

This spring has been a roller-coaster for Skinner. After an early playoff exit in the previous year, he rebounded with a series of impressive performances. His statistics are noteworthy; he became only the fifth goaltender since 1944 to allow just one goal in his first four playoff victories. The Oilers' defense has improved, but Skinner's ability to maintain composure under pressure has been a key factor in their playoff push.